Panhandle Health District - Kellogg, Hd1

The Medical Reserve Corps can be reached at 208-415-5180, and the Swine Flu Hotline is available at 208-415-5299. Idaho consists of seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare as well as other state and local organizations. Each district has its own board of health appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They cater to local requirements, offering diverse services that can differ by district, including community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs. Many of these services are delivered through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the latest information about available services in your area, reach out to your nearest District Health Department. The Public Health Preparedness and Communication Systems office collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, other public health districts, healthcare providers, and emergency responders to create a unified statewide strategy for readiness and response to bioterrorism threats and public health crises. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: Programs in this area address the intersection of human health with the physical environment and ecosystems. **Environmental Health Programs cover: Day Care; Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Water Borne Illness); Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections); Indoor Air Quality (Radon); Lead Health Program; Methamphetamine Labs; Public Pools; Solid Waste.** Land Development initiatives include: Critical Materials Regulation; Mortgage Surveys; Non-Domestic Waste Water; Public Water Systems; Rathdrum Aquifer Protection; Shallow Injection Well Inventory; Subdivision Review; Subsurface Sewage (Site Evaluations, Permits, Inspections). FAMILY PLANNING: This service offers Family Planning assistance, including education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (which include cancer and sexually transmitted disease screenings), and referrals. A variety of birth control methods are available. Educational resources and speakers are provided for community presentations upon request. IMMUNIZATIONS: Local health departments administer routine childhood vaccinations through clinics at health departments or occasionally at special off-site events. These vaccinations are either low-cost or free for parents unable to pay. Overseas immunizations are available by appointment. Contact your local health department to determine the specific vaccines required for travel destinations. Vaccines for adults, such as tetanus and diphtheria (Td) boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza, may also be offered. The Immunization Registry is a free, voluntary, and confidential service that keeps track of your immunization history, ensuring you receive only the necessary vaccines when needed. WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN) PROGRAM: WIC is a supplemental Nutrition Program that provides: Healthy food each month redeemable with WIC vouchers, health screenings, nutrition education classes, information on community resources, referrals to healthcare providers, individual counseling with registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, recipes, newsletters, and educational materials. WIC serves: Pregnant women, breastfeeding women (up to one year postpartum), infants up to one year old, and children under five years. WOMEN'S HEALTH CHECK: This federally funded program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings to eligible women. To qualify, women must lack health insurance that covers mammograms or pap tests, meet income guidelines, and fall into one of the following categories: Age 50-64; Age 30-49 without a pap test in the last 5 years or never had one; under 50 with symptoms indicating potential breast cancer (approval from a clinician is required); or age 65 or older without Medicare or Medicare part B. Language assistance is available. Intake Procedure: Call for general information, locations, and appointments.